The Black Circle by Patrick Carman

The Black Circle

The 39 Clues #5

Patrick Carman

168 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction middle grade mystery adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
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A game of cat and mouse...A strange telegram lures fourteen-year-old Amy Cahill and her younger brother, Dan, deep into Russia and away from the only trustworthy adult they know. Signed with the initials NRR, the telegram launches a race to uncove...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,469 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
mysterious 70%
funny 40%
tense 27%
lighthearted 22%
challenging 17%
emotional 15%
informative 12%
hopeful 10%
inspiring 7%
dark 2%
reflective 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Plot: 44% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 13%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 65% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.8

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